Tender

Graduation Services

UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM (THE)

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Tender

27 Jan 2026 at 13:54

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Nottingham is seeking bids for a contract titled "Graduation Services," focusing on special clothing and accessories within Nottingham. The procurement process is in the tender stage, with submissions being accepted until 16th February 2026. The contract is divided into three lots: Graduation Gowning Services, Graduation Photography Services, and Graduation Filming Services. The open procedure is applicable for contracts below threshold value, and the estimated contract value is £62,500 with a duration from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2028. Tenderers must apply through the specified supplier portal and follow the detailed instructions provided online.

This procurement opportunity is ideal for businesses in the services sector, particularly those specialising in special attire, photographic services, and video production. The contract's division into distinct lots allows specialised businesses to compete within their niche, offering growth potential for SMEs. The open procedure invites a competitive environment, making it accessible for companies looking to enhance their portfolio by partnering with a reputable educational institution. With a significant contract timeline and value, successful bidders could establish a valuable relationship with the University of Nottingham, providing considerable exposure in the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Graduation Services

Notice Description

The University of Nottingham requests tenders from sufficiently experienced and qualified suppliers to establish a contract for the provision of Graduation Services. The Graduation Services is divided into three (3) separate Lots, comprising of: - Lot 1 - Graduation Gowning Services - Lot 2 - Graduation Photography Services - Lot 3 - Graduation Filming Services How to apply: Sign in at https://nottingham.ac.uk/unicore or create an account at https://fa-evyf-saasfaprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/fscmUI/redwood/supplier-registration/register-supplier/register-supplier-verification?id=agCZIjzUAOPvjBpnNHwvUcj67xZ36GoH9hWzHXo24sd8wyqd1xY8ouMHLQ== - To view Active Negotiations - Scroll to the 'Supplier Portal' menu option and click the 'Supplier Portal' tile. - Click on 'View Active Negotiations' link, under the Tasks panel. - Use the search fields to find the relevant Negotiation, then click 'Search' (** a value must be provided for at least one of the indicated fields). - To search for Active Negotiations where you have not received a direct invitation (i.e. an 'Open' opportunity), select 'No' under the 'Invitation Received' search field, then click 'Search'. - The Search Results will display accordingly. - Select the Negotiation number hyperlink (N0000132). Additional guidance can be found at: https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/fabs/procurement/supplier-zone/supplier-zone.aspx Additional information: Additional guidance can be found at: https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/fabs/procurement/supplier-zone/supplier-zone.aspx

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e1b1b2d7-5a85-44b5-8573-65ea604fa7db
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/56ed2f69-cda8-4a5e-95db-267a274a5bf8
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

18 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

CPV Codes

18400000 - Special clothing and accessories

79960000 - Photographic and ancillary services

92110000 - Motion picture and video tape production and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£62,500 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
16 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM (THE)
Contact Name
Daniel Lang
Contact Email
daniel.lang@nottingham.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
NOTTINGHAM
Postcode
NG7 2RD
Post Town
Nottingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF14 Nottingham
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Nottingham
Electoral Ward
Lenton & Wollaton East
Westminster Constituency
Nottingham South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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